required
Translation
required, necessary, mandatory
Examples
Experience is required for this job.
Experience is required for this job.
Please fill out the required fields.
Please fill out the required fields.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) required (sth.) Please fill out the required fields.
Similar Words
Synonyms: necessary, mandatory, essential; Antonyms: optional, unnecessary
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'require', from Latin 'requirere'. The '-ed' suffix indicates a state or condition.
Memory Tips
Think of a required field in an online form. You cannot proceed without it, so it's mandatory.